Jairo and Speech Therapist Christie Wilson are rocking their crazy socks for World Down Syndrome Day!!! 🧦
Looking good, ya’ll! 😎
Learn more about World Down Syndrome Day at: https://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/about-wdsd
Encore Rehabilitation DeKalb Regional Medical Center
200 Medical Center Drive
Fort Payne, Alabama 35968
256-997-2460
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Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. would like to welcome Kaitlyn Smith, CCC-SLP, to the Encore Rehab Family!
Kaitlyn joins us as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. She obtained her degree from The University of Alabama. She is licensed in Alabama and is nationally certified through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She works to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication, and swallowing disorders.
Kaitlyn has experience working with a wide variety of adult, geriatric, and pediatric populations with a variety of diagnoses and complications including:
– Neurogenic disorders- Stroke / Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) / Parkinson’s Disease / Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) / Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
– Trauma complications/Respiratory complications/Artificial Airways
– Head and Neck Cancer / Laryngectomy
– Dysphagia / Pediatric Feeding Disorder
– Autism Spectrum Disorder
– Cerebral Palsy
– Down Syndrome
– Speech Sound Disorders
– And more.
Kaitlyn has additional training in the completion of Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) as well as Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) Exams.
She enjoys the diversity in her field with the ability to work with such a variety of patients, from helping a child produce their first words to assisting a stroke survivor with the ability to eat and speak again.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs and cooking.
Kaitlyn provides Adult and Pediatric Speech Therapy services at Encore Rehabilitation in Athens and Hartselle! Make your appointment with Kaitlyn today!
Encore Rehabilitation – Hartselle, Alabama
256-773-0738
Encore Rehabilitation – Athens, Alabama
256-232-1221
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We are excited to announce that Dakota McCurley, our dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist, has just completed training in the LAMP program (Language Acquisition through Motor Planning)! 
The LAMP approach is a groundbreaking method that empowers individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities to express themselves through communication. By utilizing motor patterns and targeted vocabulary, it opens up new avenues for meaningful interaction and connection.
Dakota’s commitment to expanding her skills and knowledge demonstrates her dedication to providing the best possible healthcare for our patients. We’re incredibly proud of her achievement and excited about the positive impact it will have on those we serve!
Join us in congratulating Dakota on this significant accomplishment! 
Do you have questions about LAMP or other Speech-Language Services? Contact Dakota for more information! She is happy to help!
Encore Rehabilitation – Hartselle
615 Mynatt Street SW
Hartselle, Alabama 35640
256-773-0138
**WELCOME TO OUR REHAB TEAM: Our new Speech-Language Pathologist, Evelyn!**
Evelyn received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi and her master’s degree at Jacksonville University. She brings a wealth of healthcare experience from skilled nursing facilities, pediatrics, schools, and the NICU.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her dog, Bella. Her hobbies include boating, traveling, and attending festivals.
Let’s give Evelyn a warm welcome! We are thrilled to have you with us at Medical Park Rehab Services, Evelyn!
Medical Park Rehab Services – Encore Rehabilitation
3101 Denny Avenue, Suite 120
Pascagoula, Mississippi 39581
Phone: 228-471-1520
We are pleased to introduce Dakota McCurley to our Rehab Team!
Dakota joins our Rehab Team as a Speech-Language Pathologist. She obtained her degree from The University of Alabama and currently holds licensure in the state of Alabama and nationally through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She has received significant training in the completion of Modified Barium Swallows (MBSS) and Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) exams.
Dakota has experience working with both adults and children with varying diagnoses, including:
~Autism Spectrum Disorder
~Cerebral Palsy
~Down Syndrome
~Parkinson’s Disorder
~Head and Neck Cancer
~Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
~Stroke
~Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
~and more.
Dakota is trained in SPEAK OUT! and LOUD Crowd for individuals with Parkinson’s disorder, and therefore, Encore Rehabilitation in Hartselle and Athens is now recognized by the Parkinson Voice Project as a provider of services. She also has experience with treating dysphagia and pediatric feeding disorders.
Dakota enjoys providing high-quality healthcare to all her clients. She believes everyone has a right to use their own voice, eat safely, and communicate functionally with their family members and peers.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, watching and coaching softball, and taking her dogs outside on walks.
Dakota provides Adult and Pediatric Speech Therapy Services at Encore Rehabilitation in Hartselle and Athens! Make your appointment today, and let Dakota help you reach your speech goals!
Encore Rehabilitation-Hartselle
615 Mynatt Street, SW, Suite A
Hartselle, Alabama 35640
256-773-0138
In honor of Better Hearing and Speech Month, Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman invites you to meet Allison Allcorn, Speech-Language Pathologist!
Allison originally grew up in Snead, Alabama, where she graduated from Susan Moore High School. She has received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Disorders from Auburn University and her Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Faulkner University. Allison has also participated in trainings for Lamp: Words for Life and 1st 50 Words when working with Children.
In her spare time, she loves spending time with her husband, Noah, and their dog, Oakley. She enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends on the weekends.
Allison says, “The highlight of my career is when I am able to see my patients grow in their communication skills. It’s amazing to see the progress and excitement when patients are able to use their voice for the first time. As a child who received speech therapy for over five years, my ultimate goal to help patients reach the fullest potential to improve communication skills just like a speech therapist did in my life. I am blessed to be a part of such a wonderful community and work with amazing families while at Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman.”
Happy Better Hearing and Speech Month, Allison! Thank you for the wonderful care you provide to our patients and their families!
Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
811 2nd Avenue SW
Cullman, Alabama 35055
256-775-3737
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Spotlight: Whitney Cole, SLP, with Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
Olivia Britton is Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
Spotlight: Rachel Lovell, Speech-Language Pathologist with Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
In honor of Better Hearing and Speech Month, Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman invites you to meet Whitney Cole!
Whitney is a native of Cullman and we are very proud to have her with Encore! She received her undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama and her master’s degree from Alabama A&M University.
Whitney has almost 14 years of experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology and has provided services in school settings, outpatient clinics, acute care, and skilled nursing facilities. She has received VitalStim certification and has received training to complete FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) for the evaluation and treatment of swallowing disorders. She has been with Encore Rehabilitation for almost a year.
Whitney is married to David Cole. Their son, Bennett, attends Cullman Middle School. She has two dogs, Mollie and Annie. Whitney enjoys hiking, mountain biking, reading, and going to concerts.
Thank you, Whitney, for all you do for our patients, their families, and our community! We appreciate you!
Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
811 2nd Avenue SW
Cullman, Alabama 35055
256-775-3737
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Spotlight: Rachel Lovell, Speech-Language Pathologist with Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
PJ Day Fun at Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman!
Olivia Britton is Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Cullman
Happy Better Hearing & Speech Month to Hazel!
Hazel is one of our wonderful Pediatric Speech Language Pathologists at Ocean Springs Pediatric Rehab.
She says, “This year marks TWENTY years with Encore Rehab. I asked my kiddos why they like coming to speech or how I help them. THIS is why I love my job! I just love their responses!”
Some of the children’s comments include:
“We love Miss Hazy so much. I make Miss Hazy laugh. We laugh a lot at each other.”
“I come to therapy for speech. Doing speech and talking.”
“You help me with my words and sounds every day.”
“Pop-up Pirate!”
“Because I love to come see you. Can we play Catch the Fox?”
“Cuz I missed you and we do work. We wanna play cards together to match and that’s it.”
“I not know.”
“You always making me say my words. Help me get my words together. Every time I fixin to go, you always give me candy.”
“You my friend. I like you, and your bun in your hair. Help me with flash cards, can do matching, and a lot of stuff.”
“Miss Hazel room! I love you! Play dollhouses?”
Thank you for everything you do, Hazel! We appreciate your dedication to improving the lives of the kids and families in your care.
Ocean Springs Pediatric Rehab with Encore Rehabilitation
2 Doctors Drive
Ocean Springs, Mississippi 39564
228-818-1211
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Leah LOVES her work and LOVES helping others!
“l love my job! I knew I was in the right field while working with my first patient during a clinical rotation. The child was non-verbal with minimal ability to functionally communicate. Building a relationship with the patient and family enabled us as a team to establish a communication system that was effective and efficient. I was able to watch not just the child transform but the whole family. Watching this transformation take place was life changing as his abilities went from essentially no communication to being able to communicate his wants and needs with his family.
Say hello to Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Chelsea Williams!
Brett Sims – Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation at DeKalb Regional Medical Center
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